A strategic investment that will accelerate LexRock AI’s international expansion and strengthen its position as a leader in artificial intelligence for document analysis
MONTREAL, October 7th, 2024 – LexRock AI Technologies Inc., a Montreal-based Canadian technology company specializing in the development of advanced algorithms and solutions that harness artificial intelligence (AI), is proud to announce the commitment of a group of four renowned Quebec investors with a proven track record of entrepreneurial achievement. This team of experts joins the company’s capital in order to support its development and accelerate the commercialization of its products.
LexRock AI develops artificial intelligence solutions that automate certain repetitive and tedious tasks within companies, thus enabling them to increase their personnel’s productivity. Its flagship product, LR Studio, is an innovative platform equipped with superior features for analyzing unstructured textual data, such as the information contained in documents in PDF or other formats, through the use of advanced text extraction algorithms. LR Studio stands out for its ability to optimize the performance of the algorithms that AI uses, particularly those related to generative AI functions, while offering transparency and traceability, in addition to lowering costs and reducing the environmental impact of companies. The LexRock AI approach combines innovation, cutting-edge technologies and human expertise in order to deliver outstanding results.
Four renowned entrepreneur-investors
The arrival of four expert entrepreneur-investors will accelerate the commercialization of LexRock AI’s current and future products, as well as the company’s growth in Canada, the United States and Europe:
- Didier Gombert, former CEO of Objectif Lune, transformed this company into a world leader in document management and business communication solutions, with a presence in over 20 countries. Mr. Gombert’s expertise in international expansion and technological innovation will bring tremendous value to LexRock AI.
- Gilles Létourneau, serial entrepreneur and former CEO of ACCEO Solutions, founded and developed a company that has become a mainstay of business solutions for Canadian SMEs. Under his leadership, ACCEO grew very rapidly, becoming a key player before it was acquired by a multinational company. Mr. Létourneau’s strategic vision and business growth experience will strengthen LexRock AI’s ambitions for the national and international markets.
- Frantz Saintellemy, accomplished serial entrepreneur, current CEO of LeddarTech and Chancellor of the Université de Montréal, is a recognized leader in intelligent mobility and sensor technologies. Mr. Saintellemy has contributed to the growth of several leading-edge technology companies. His experience, international network, and commitment to innovation and education will bring unique perspectives to LexRock AI.
- Rémy Therrien, founder and executive chairman of Croesus Finansoft, a company specializing in financial technology (fintech), built a leading portfolio management software company whose products are used by Canada’s major financial institutions. Mr. Therrien’s mastery of financial technologies and expertise in the development of complex software solutions will be major assets in LexRock AI’s development
Experience, alliances and confidence
This group of four seasoned entrepreneur-investors will provide up to $2 million in financial support for LexRock AI’s initiatives. This funding will enable the company to enter a new marketing phase, accelerating the launch of its products while promoting its expansion into new markets, notably in the United States, France, and various European countries.
“This strategic investment is not only a financial contribution, it also represents an alliance with visionary minds whose expertise and experience will propel LexRock AI to new heights”, stated René-Luc Morin, Vice-President and Co-Founder of LexRock AI. “With the support of these renowned Quebec investors, LexRock AI is now in a strong position to revolutionize the artificial intelligence sector, not only in Canada, but worldwide. We are delighted to have them on board.”
“This alliance paves the way for a new era of growth, innovation, and international reach,” added Alain Lavoie, President and Co-Founder of LexRock AI. “The company’s future looks bright, and its goal is clear: to become an essential leader in AI, while remaining true to its mission of putting technology at the service of people. Our new and experienced investors believe in this vision as much as we do. This story is just beginning, and LexRock AI is ready to transform the future.”
“Alain and René-Luc are entrepreneurs with very extensive expertise, backed by over 30 years of experience in designing products that use artificial intelligence”, said Gilles Létourneau, speaking on behalf of the four new investors. “By joining them and their highly talented team, we will accelerate LexRock AI’s international growth. We are going to make this genuine Quebec nugget shine, and its flagship product, LR Studio, is world-class.”
Francotech 2024 participation
As part of its international expansion project, LexRock AI participated in Francotech 2024, the French-language innovation trade show held in Paris on October 3rd and 4th. During this major event, the company was a member of the Québec Tech delegation, a partner of Investissement Québec, which included five other Quebec start-ups having the common goal of shining on the international stage and conquering new markets.
With this strategic investment, the arrival of a first-rate team of entrepreneur-experts, and its participation in the Francotech trade show, LexRock AI is preparing to write a new page in its history. With its unrivalled expertise and clear vision for the future, the company is more determined than ever to revolutionize and even shape the field of artificial intelligence in Canada as well as internationally, particularly in its area of expertise: the analysis, understanding, and extraction of information from unstructured documents.
About LexRock AI Technologies Inc.
Founded in November 2019, LexRock AI is a Quebec-based company stemming from Irosoft, with over 25 years of expertise in artificial intelligence. A key player in Quebec’s AI ecosystem, LexRock AI is transforming document analysis worldwide with its innovative and affordable solutions. Its flagship product, LR Studio, revolutionizes the exploitation of unstructured textual data, integrating the best AI technologies in order to optimize performance while minimizing costs and the environmental footprint. LexRock AI puts people at the heart of innovation, offering a solution that combines cutting-edge technology and human expertise to ensure sustainable competitiveness.
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